Summary:
The 87024 zip code is home to 6 schools serving students from elementary through high school, with a strong focus on Native American education. These schools face significant challenges, including low academic performance, high poverty rates, and wide variations in student-teacher ratios.
The standout schools in this area include Jemez Day School, which has an extremely high percentage of Native American students (92.19%) and the lowest student-teacher ratio at 7.7, but consistently ranks in the bottom 25% of New Mexico elementary schools. Walatowa Charter High also has a very high Native American population (89.47%) and the lowest student-teacher ratio of 6.5, but is in the bottom half of New Mexico high schools. In contrast, Jemez Valley High has the highest statewide ranking, placing it in the top half of New Mexico high schools, and the second-lowest student-teacher ratio at 12.1.
Overall, the schools in this zip code serve a predominantly Native American, economically disadvantaged student population, with most performing well below state averages in language arts and math proficiency. The high rates of free and reduced-price lunch recipients, ranging from 97.92% to 100%, highlight the significant socioeconomic challenges faced by families in this community. Addressing these unique needs and providing targeted resources and support will be crucial for improving educational outcomes in the Jemez Day School, Jemez Valley Public Schools, and Walatowa Charter High districts.
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